2002 Kia Towner vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Kia Towner and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Towner | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Towner | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
